Commercial Helicopter Pilot
Commanding multiengine utility helicopters to transport passengers and cargo transfers directly to commercial helicopter transport work.
How to prepare: Review your military flight records with a civilian helicopter flight school to identify gaps toward the appropriate FAA certificates and ratings. Commercial certification requires an appropriate medical exam, qualifying flight experience and knowledge, and written and practical flight exams.
What the civilian work involves
- Check aircraft prior to flights to ensure that the engines, controls, instruments, and other systems are functioning properly.
- Co-pilot aircraft or perform captain's duties, as required.
- Monitor engine operation, fuel consumption, and functioning of aircraft systems during flights.
Civilian tools and software (examples)
- Aeronautical charts